WHAT WE’RE WORKING ON
Raise the Farmhouse
When Gottfried and Sophie Maulhardt first arrived in the area in 1867, the Christian Borchard family stayed in the Gonzalez Adobe with the Borchard’s that was located near the Santa Clara River and not far from the Esplanade and Wagon Wheel area.
PHASE ONE:
The building became vacant from the 1970s until Bob’s passing in 2002. Shortly after, Jeff Maulhardt approached the Developer who bought the ranch, John Laing Homes, about saving the old structures. Jeff formed the Oxnard Historic Farm Park Foundation.
The Foundation is in the process of applying for grants and raising money for the first phase of the house.
Expand the Fence
In honor of our old friend and supporter Chuck Covarrubias, this fund will help us expand our fence line and add new exhibitions to our site.
The Maulhardt Winery
QUICK FACTS
Built in 1869 by Gottfried Maulhardt.
Originally used as a residence before transitioning to winemaking.
Restoration: Underwent significant restoration and reinforcement from 2003 to 2009, with future plans for a winery museum and gift shop.
This building was built by Gottfried Maulhardt. Gottfried was born in Mingerode, Lower Saxony, Germany. He learned the trade of brick mason in his village. In 1867, he and his wife Sophie and Caspar Borchard arrived in Ventura County. They originally stayed in the Gonzalez Adobe, located on 1000 acres purchased by Christian Borchard and situated near the Santa Clara River near the present-day River Ridge area.